The book was well written but I thought the heroine, Ariane, too petulant. First, I am to believe that she would climb a tree in one of her best dresses. Then, I am to believe that she would stand up in a row boat and argue while shifting her weight about in a manner so as to capsize the boat - and this, after she was warned (did she REALLY need it spelled out?) by Philip.I am glad to see the heroine as a virtuous character, but she should have been given more sense. You are transported to London where upper class has their standards. But love does not care about Society standards.Ariana would have married the wrong person had not her parents sent her to her Aunt's house. Her Aunt had no children and wanted to introduce someone into society.I especially loved where Phillip finds Ariana in a tree she climbed and he shielded her from eyes of Society. I believe one knows when they are drawn to someone - their soul-mate.I loved all the circumstances that put Ariana and Phillip together. The unfolding of the story from beginning to end holds your attention.Ariana is torn between love and her beliefs. But as one who took a chance on a new christian knowing God put us together, this part I know first hand.I highly recommend you prepare for an adventure.
What do You think about Before The Season Ends (2005)?
Enjoyed the soul searching and heroine's understanding of her priority for a spiritual man. Unique!
—leaxu13
i loved the imagery this book painted... such beautiful descriptions of the Regency time period!
—Nikomeni
